In a large flock of Griffons yesterday, two Black Vultures were present and one was seen to leave the flock and make its own way to the North East. This morning, without any Griffons at all, a Black Vulture appeared being escorted by two Egyptian Vultures. This individual circled a couple of times, just North of our watchpoint before leaving the area once again. An absolutely huge creature, it was a pity it didn't stay longer to have time to observe it better. There were frequent showings by Common Buzzards, with five together at one time. Before the large vulture arrived, a single Black Stork flew low over the wood at Cabranosa. Two more Black Storks were seen with the Black Vulture and a fourth appeared later in the afternoon. A late Honey Buzzard passed over us, other raptors included 10 Short-toed Eagles, 14 Booted Eagles, 1 Sparrowhawk. A large flock of Woodpigeons descended into the wood, numbering around fifty birds. On the ground, Chris did well to pick out a distant Wryneck, considering how well camouflaged these birds can be. There were no signs of Rock Sparrow flocks today, despite our constant listening. However, we did pick up a Brambling calling as it flew with a small number of Chaffinches. Chaffinch flocks are showing more often and Serins were visiting the pond also. Migrants in the form of Pied Flycatcher, Wheatear and this Common Redstart are still around the parking area. Two or three Woodlarks are present and Meadow Pipits are beginning to feed on the ground here.
Late in the afternoon, a Short-toed Eagle settled briefly in a tree before flying out again. Comments are closed.
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